dorsal Definition and Meaning in English (dorsal definition)

adjective
Quick Answer • Definition

Dorsal definition: Relating to the back or upper side of an animal or plant, or to the part of an organ that is directed upwards or backwards.

Definitions of Dorsal

  1. 1adjective(formal)

    Relating to the back or upper side of an animal or plant, or to the part of an organ that is directed upwards or backwards.

Example Sentences

scientific

“The dorsal fin of a shark helps it to stabilize in the water.”

scientific

“Many insects have a hard dorsal shell for protection.”

Inflected Word Forms

noundorsum
adverbdorsally

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What is the meaning of Dorsal in English?▼
Dorsal definition: Relating to the back or upper side of an animal or plant, or to the part of an organ that is directed upwards or backwards.
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'Dorsal' translates to 'dorsal' in English. Dorsal definition: Relating to the back or upper side of an animal or plant, or to the part of an organ that is directed upwards or backwards.
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